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Ottawa’s Polancic pork tenderloins go national
You soon may be able to find an Illinois Valley staple anywhere in the country. “We are proud to announce that we have officially partnered with U.S. Foods to distribute our famous ‘jumbo’ pork tenderloins,” Polancic’s Meat Market & Tenderloins in Ottawa posted to its Facebook page. “If your restaurant, grocery store or business gets any product from U.S. Foods, talk to your sales rep about ordering our tasty tenderloins from the Streator, IL, 3K division.
Hearing set Friday in La Salle County coroner ballot dispute
An Ottawa physician will ask a judge Friday to put his name back on the Nov. 5 ballot for La Salle County coroner. Dr. Lawrence Powell, a Republican who was removed from the race on June 17, appealed his removal in La Salle County Circuit Court. Circuit Judge Troy D. Holland has set a hearing at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the downtown Ottawa courthouse.
Guest column: Changes are coming for Ottawa
My wife Julie is a nurse. More than that actually. Her name tag reads “Julianne, BSN, RN Supervisor Nursing/Patient Care Ambulatory Services.” She is employed by OSF Healthcare. It is necessary to divulge that information before I continue. I’m fairly certain my opinion will come across as biased....
SUMMERTUBAFEST to return July 28 to Peru
The third annual SUMMERTUBAFEST is set for 4:30 p.m. Sunday, July 28, at Centennial Park in Peru. SUMMERTUBAFEST is a summer event created by Tuba Christmas as part of the Harvey Phillips Foundation that originated in 1974 by creator and renowned tubist Harvey Phillips of Indiana University and is presented with permission from the Harvey Phillips Foundation.
Streator to use $1 million in sewer reserves to fund oxidation ditch project
The city of Streator will use $1 million from its sewer reserve funds to make up a funding gap on an oxidation ditch project at the wastewater treatment plant. Originally estimated to be about a $2 million project, the lowest bid for the project was $3,149,815. Despite securing a federal grant of $1.2 million earmarked for the project and budgeting $800,000, Streator faced a funding gap to cover the increase in equipment and labor expenses that drove up the cost of the project.
SCF grand parade to be led by state champions
MENDOTA – The members of the Holy Cross eighth grade boys’ basketball team have been the talk of the town since their magical, state championship run. They received a donated team bus. They've had celebrations. Holy Cross has received tokens of appreciation and rewards such as the state...
Utica's Mill Street Grant Project Underway; Businesses Will Remain Open
Utica's getting a face-lift that will impact the area around its commercial district for a couple of months – But businesses will remain open for the duration. Work began on July 15th on the grant project to rebuild Mill Street. Upgrades will be made between Mill Street and Route 178, and between Grove and Church streets. Just yesterday (Monday), the stretch of Church Street was temporarily closed to allow for the completion of the water main replacement.
Horizon House opens ‘hub’ in downtown La Salle
As Horizon House of Illinois Valley looks to integrate more of its programs into the community, the agency is excited to open a new location in the heart of it. Horizon House celebrated Thursday afternoon the opening of its new hub at 105 Marquette St. in downtown La Salle with a ribbon cutting coordinated by the Illinois Valley Area Chamber of Commerce. The hub opened July 17.
Streator to host Labor Day parade after years without one
After years without a Labor Day parade, Streator will once again be hosting the event sponsored by the Streator Chamber of Commerce. The parade, which has not been conducted since 2020, is scheduled for noon Sunday, Sept. 1, beginning with a lineup 10:30 a.m. at the Illinois Street train depot. The parade then will move west on Main Street, and turn north on Park Street to the City Park for its conclusion.
Step into Modern Living: Exclusive Sneak Peek of Innovative Smart Home Cottages Coming to Chicagoland
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., July 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Lutheran Life Communities, a non-profit senior living and services organization, announces the expansion of two of its 62+ senior living campuses with the planned development of up to 24 new cottage homes. The new cottages will be built at Pleasant View in Ottawa, Illinois and Wittenberg Village in Crown Point, Indiana. The cottages at these two entrance fee communities are designed for modern living and long-term peace of mind.
Monroe County sheriff: Ohio men arrested after pursuit from Ohio ends in LaSalle Township
LaSALLE TWP. — Two Ohio men were arrested early Sunday after leading police on a pursuit into Michigan. Monroe County sheriff's deputies also recovered a gun that officers saw the passenger throw from the fleeing vehicle, Sheriff Troy Goodnough reported in a news release. The incident happened at about 2:15 a.m. Sunday, the release...
Detours Ahead for OTHS Drop-Offs, Pick-Ups
In Ottawa, the Green Street elevation project is expected to be complete in December. But between now and then, Ottawa Township High School is having to adjust the arrivals and departures of its Pirate student body. Ottawa police say Green Street will close before the start of school on August...
Proposed La Salle Ordinances Tabled After Lengthy Discussion
Two proposed ordinances – one limiting public comment in Council meetings; the other regulating behavior in city buildings – were tabled at Monday's La Salle City Council meeting. A half hour debate criss-crossed between the two ordinances and involved aldermen, Mayor Jeff Grove, Deputy Clerk Brent Bader and...
Princeton Public Library Events for August 2024
The Princeton Public Library has announced a packed schedule of events for August. Highlights include the Read ‘Em and Weed Gardening Group, Page Turner’s Book Club, a historical presentation on Bureau County’s congressmen, an antique appraisal program, a journal-making workshop, Adult Coloring Night, a blood drive, and the monthly Writer’s Club meeting. These programs are designed to engage various interests and are open to all community members.
New Details On Streator City Park Shooting
If you've been following the story about a weekend shooting at City Park in Streator, more details have been released. Investigators say at around 4:45 Saturday afternoon, two men had an apparent dispute at the park. One man left, only to come back with several others. Police believe the man who left and came back, walked up to the man he argued with earlier and fired several shots from a semi-automatic handgun. The victim, according to Streator police, was wounded "at least twice". The accused shooter fled the scene in a blue coupe that was later found abandoned on the south side of Streator.
Explore More Illinois Welcomes Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra
Explore More Illinois, RAILS’ online cultural and recreational pass program for Illinois libraries, welcomes its newest attraction, Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra in Ottawa!. This season we celebrate the diamond anniversary of the Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra, presenting a wealth of favorite classics and delightful new pieces. We are proud...
Mendota Hoop Legends Named Sweet Corn Festival Grand Marshals
The champions will be on parade next month in Mendota. The 77th Annual Mendota Sweet Corn Festival grand marshals are last spring's 8th grade, IESA boys basketball championship Holy Cross team. The team made history in becoming the first state basketball champions from Mendota on any level. This year's Sweet...
IVCC fall tuition due by July 31
OGLESBY – The first day of classes is a critical date for college students to remember, but they won’t want to miss a key deadline coming up in two weeks. Tuition for Illinois Valley Community College’s fall classes is due July 31. “Lock in your spot by...
Behold the cock-of-the-rock
The cock-of-the-rock is the national bird of Peru and it is striking!. The WGN Morning News team also discusses fishcake projectiles, AI rubdowns, and a lightning lake. Love the WGN Morning News? We love you, too. And you can have all the hijinks delivered to your inbox every weekday morning. Sign up and subscribe to our WGN Morning News newsletter.
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